Coaching Football for Dummies - Paperback

by National Alliance for Youth Sports (Author), Greg Bach (Author)

A how-to guide to becoming an inspiring football coach that kids will never forget

Coaching Football For Dummies initiates you into the rewarding role of being a coach. With this book, you can help children of all ages and skill levels stay safe, have fun, and play well. You'll get a refresher on the rules and essential skills of football, with tips on how to teach them to different age groups. As a coach, your job is to organize great practices and lead your team effectively during games. This guide gives you tips on doing just that, plus lots of advice on how to ensure that all players, regardless of skill level, size, or position, enjoy playing the sport. Great coaches know how to motivate players, build close-knit teams, and foster positivity--and you can join their ranks, with this Dummies guide.

• Learn drills and techniques for teaching football (and flag football!) basics to kids of all ages
• Get a complete rundown on safety, including safe tackling and concussion protocol
• Establish a positive team culture, prevent bullying, and keep players motivated
• Communicate effectively with parents and other coaches

This book is the perfect choice for beginner or novice youth football coaches who are seeking guidance to help improve and develop their coaching skills.

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Tackle youth football coaching at every level

Behind every great football team, there's a great coach. Coaching Football For Dummies helps you guide players through a fun and successful season. You'll get a refresher on the rules and expert advice on stepping into your coaching role, including building relationships with players and their parents and running effective practices. This beginner-friendly guide is full of offensive and defensive drills, plays, and strategies to take any team to victory, from flag football first-timers to high school seniors.

Inside...

• Getting to know your team
• Coaching offense and defense
• Exploring football plays
• Choosing safety gear and warmups
• Building team camaraderie and preventing bullying
• Overcoming common challenges

Author Biography

The National Alliance For Youth Sports (NAYS) educates, equips, and empowers youth sports leaders, program administrators, volunteer coaches, and parents through a variety of trainings, programs, and resources so all children can enjoy the lifelong benefits of sports.

Greg Bach is the Senior Director of Communication & Content for NAYS.